PRAIRIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Prairieland Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the McLean County USD 5 school district, located in Normal, IL with about 495 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Prairieland Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Prairieland Elementary School, located at 1300 E Raab Rd in Normal, Illinois, is a prominent educational institution within Unit 5 School District. Serving students in the northern part of the Normal area, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. It typically serves a diverse student population from kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing foundational academic skills alongside social-emotional development.
The school is known for its active school community and collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work closely together to enhance the student experience. With a curriculum aligned with state standards, Prairieland focuses on providing a comprehensive education that includes core subjects, technology integration, and various extracurricular opportunities. The facility itself is situated in a convenient location that serves as a central hub for many local families, helping to maintain its reputation as a key pillar in the Unit 5 academic community.
For more information, contact Prairieland Elementary School at (309) 557-4424 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Normal, IL 61761-9744
(309) 557-4424
PRAIRIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Normal, IL with about 495 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- McLean County USD 5
- Total Students:
- 495
- Teachers:
- 29.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 495 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PRAIRIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.6%
- Black or African American
- 5.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.0%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- Female
- 51.1%
- Male
- 48.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.